SafeRooting
Nokia Asha 501
Nokia

Nokia Asha 501

Released: 2013, May. Released 2013, JunePrice: About 80 EURStatus: Discontinued

Guide Coming Soon

We are preparing a verified guide. Contact support before attempting advanced flashing steps.

Full Specifications

OSNokia Asha software platform 1.0, upgradable to 1.4
NFCNo
SAR1.41 W/kg (head)
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
EDGEUp to 236.8 kbps
GPRSUp to 85.6 kbps
Size3.0 inches, 27.9 cm, 2, (~48.4% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT, 256K colors
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
BrandNokia
ModelNokia Asha 501
PriceAbout 80 EUR
RadioFM radio
Video320p@15fps
CameraPhoto
ColorsBright Red, Bright Green, Cyan, Yellow, White and Black
SAR EU0.96 W/kg (head)
Single3.15 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight98.2 g (3.46 oz)
DisplayContrast ratio: 1004:1 (nominal) / 2.672:1 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 900 / 1800 - RM-899, 850 / 1900 - RM-900
Internal128MB 64MB RAM
Released2013, May. Released 2013, June
Stand-byUp to 624 h
Announced2013, May. Released 2013, June
Bluetooth3.0, EDR
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included
Talk timeUp to 17 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions99.2 x 58 x 12.1 mm (3.91 x 2.28 x 0.48 in)
Music playUp to 56 h
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~133 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM
LoudspeakerVoice 73dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 78dB
PositioningNo
Audio qualityNoise -80.4dB / Crosstalk -82.3dB

Nokia Asha 501 Overview

About Nokia Asha 501 Nokia Asha 501 is a discontinued device from Nokia's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Nokia Asha 501 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 128MB 64MB RAM , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

A verified root guide for Nokia Asha 501 is not yet published. Avoid flashing files from unrelated device variants.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Nokia Asha 501?

The Nokia Asha 501 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Nokia Asha 501 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Nokia devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Nokia Asha 501 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Nokia Asha 501 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Nokia Asha 501 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Nokia Asha 501.

Nokia Asha 501 Root Guide, Specs & Support | SafeRooting